Chronic pain is pain that lasts longer than three months. It can start after an injury or illness, but sometimes it appears without a clear cause. You may also hear the term nocioplastic pain- this simply refers to pain that doesn’t have an obvious injury or inflammation behind it, but is still very real.

This type of pain often involves changes in the way your nervous system processes signals. Think of it like a smoke alarm that’s become too sensitive- going off even when there’s no fire.

• Pain started during or after a stressful life event

• Pain that spreads or shifts locations over time

• Symmetrical pain (on both sides of the body)

• Pain that flares up unpredictably

• Pain triggered by light touch, mild pressure, or cold temperatures 

• Pain that worsens with stress or poor sleep

If any of this sounds familiar, you're not alone. As many as 20% of Canadians live with chronic pain.

We still don’t know the whole picture, but we do know that there’s no single cause. Several factors that often play a role include:

• Genetics and biology

• Life stressors or trauma

• Anxiety and depression

• Fear of movement or avoidance of activity

• Overdoing it on “good” days

• The way we think and feel about pain

Fibromyalgia is a long-term condition that causes widespread pain throughout the body. In addition to pain, fatigue and difficulties with memory or concentration are among the most common symptoms. Many people with fibromyalgia also experience poor sleep, digestive issues, depression, and anxiety. In Canada, about 2% of the population is diagnosed with fibromyalgia- with women making up 80–90% of those cases.

Because symptoms can be very different from person to person, and from day to day, effective treatment needs to be personalized. With the right strategies, support, and guidance, many people are able to reduce their symptoms and improve their quality of life.

Research shows that online physiotherapy is as effective, if not more effective, than in-person care for managing chronic pain.

At InPursuit Physiotherapy, your care is delivered one-on-one, with a focus on what matters most to you. Here’s how we can help, right from your home:

• Personalized guidance tailored to your unique situation

• Education to help you better understand your pain and what influences it

• Practical tools and strategies to improve function and reduce flare-ups

• A flexible plan that fits your lifestyle, energy, and goals

• Supportive movement coaching in a safe and familiar space

Virtual care removes common barriers like travel, waiting rooms, and the energy it takes to get to appointments. It allows you to learn, move, and heal in your own environment- which can actually enhance your comfort and confidence.